Students match fraud and identity theft crime descriptions with appropriate action steps to take in the event of a real-life crime.
Protect (Managing risk, Preventing fraud and identity theft)
CTE (Career and technical education), English or language arts, Physical education or health, Social studies or history
High school (9-10), High school (11-12)
45-60 minutes
Big idea
Fraud and identity theft hurt millions of Americans every year.
Essential questions
- What can I learn from other people’s experiences to better protect my financial identity?
- How do I report fraud and identity theft?
Objectives
- Understand types of fraud and identity theft
- Become familiar with how to report fraud and identity theft
What students will do
- Analyze identity theft and fraud scenarios.
- Research action steps fraud and identity theft victims should take to address or report their experience.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_reporting-fraud-theft-to-authorities_guide.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_como-denunciar-robo-de-identidad_guia.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_reporting-fraud-theft-to-authorities_worksheet.pdf
cfpb_building_block_activities_como-denunciar-robo-de-identidad_tabla.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
